Traits of Sativa Strains by Someone Who Has Never Consumed Cannabis

Sativa is one of the distinct species of cannabis, with the other one being indica. The sativa strains are known to grow tall and thin, and this makes them ideal for outdoor growing. Sativa strains have a grass type odor and they are also known to be uplifting and energetic compared to the indica strains.

One of the traits of the sativa marijuana plant is that it has a tall scraggly looking leaf with thin and wiry stalks. They are native to the warm climates of Central America, Mexico, and South East Asia. Due to their natural equatorial habitats, the plants enjoy a lot of heat and love outdoors and this is why some of its strains grow very tall up to 12 feet in height.

Effects of the sativa marijuana strains

One of the distinctive characteristics of sativa dominant marijuana strains is that they provide energetic, uplifting and a cerebral high which makes them most suited to be used during the day. A sativa high comes with a lot of creativity and energy and perhaps this is why some artist prefers taking a puff of this strain before they go for a performance or start painting. Some of the other effects characteristic of the sativa strain marijuana include:

Enhances the stimulation of creativity and thought

Relieves migraines and headaches

Perfect for reducing nausea

Suppresses depression

Ideal for stimulating appetite

Ideal for promoting sense of well being

Popular strains of Sativa Marijuana

Some of the popular strains of sativa marijuana include:

Amnesia Haze

Amnesia Haze is one of the strongest strains of sativa marijuana and just as the name suggests, expect to have some deadly amnesia when you smoke this marijuana. It is a favorite for many marijuana growers because it has very good yields and it is extremely long lasting.

Also known as Sour D, Sour Diesel is from California’s Emerald Triangle and it got its names from its characteristic pungent diesel fragrance when being smoked. It is believed that this strain can help writers overcome writing block, and for medical patients, it is used to relieve depression, pain and stress.

Strawberry Cough

If you are a brave smoker, then the strawberry cough strain of sativa marijuana is for you. It got its name from the berry taste and fragrance it has when being smoked, and additionally, it has the potent ability to make a user cough with excitement during the process of smoking. With the strawberry cough weed, you can expect extreme uplifting which is very ideal for managing anxiety or even stress.

Lambs Bread

Lambs bread is sometimes called lambs breath and it is the weed to go for if you desire some nice green and sticky marijuana. It is one of the top rated sativa strains and it is ideal for smoking in the company of friends, though you will still enjoy when you are smoking it alone. With it comes a lot of energy and it is also the weed to go for if you want to create a mood of introspection.